1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1989 Opel Omega
To start off, 1989 Opel Omega is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1989 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1989 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Opel Omega weights approximately 144 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400.
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, 1961 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1989 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 2400 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
