1961 Abarth Monomille 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 Monomille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth Monomille would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth Monomille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1961 Abarth Monomille. 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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth Monomille | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Abarth | Vauxhall |
Model | Monomille | Omega |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |