1961 Ford Prefect 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 Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 952 kg more than 1961 Ford Prefect. 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 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Prefect | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Prefect | Omega |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2740 mm |