1960 Holden FC vs. 2003 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 Opel Omega is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FC would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 685 kg more than 1960 Holden FC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC. 2003 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1960 Holden FC has manual transmission. 1960 Holden FC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FC | 2003 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | FC | Omega |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
