1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1993 Opel Omega
To start off, 1993 Opel Omega is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Omega (75 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Omega weights approximately 560 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. 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, 1993 Opel Omega (138 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 40 | 1993 Opel Omega | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 40 | Omega |
Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |