1961 Ford Popular vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1961 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 840 kg more than 1961 Ford Popular. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Popular | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Popular | Omega |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1170 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2740 mm |
