1961 Fiat 2300 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 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 440 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300. 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 (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 2300 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
