1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 3,615 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Lotus Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (377 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega weights approximately 1113 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 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, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (568 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 1990 Opel Lotus Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1990 Opel Lotus Omega | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Lotus Omega |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3615 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 313 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1663 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
