1961 Austin A 40 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 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 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 108 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Omega weights approximately 973 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, 2004 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Opel Omega | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 40 | Omega |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 75 L |