1961 Lancia Appia vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 1987 Opel Omega is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Omega (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Omega weights approximately 541 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. 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, 1987 Opel Omega (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Lancia Appia | 1987 Opel Omega | |
Make | Lancia | Opel |
Model | Appia | Omega |
Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 789 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |