1961 Moretti 500 vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Omega is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Moretti 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Moretti 500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1961 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 659 kg more than 1961 Moretti 500. 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, 1990 Opel Omega (169 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Moretti 500 | 1990 Opel Omega | |
Make | Moretti | Opel |
Model | 500 | Omega |
Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1299 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3210 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2740 mm |