1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2004 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Opel Omega is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Omega weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. 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, 2004 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 2004 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 700 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
