1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 38 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 42 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 614 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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2400 | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Abarth | Vauxhall |
Model | 2400 | Omega |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |