1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 890 kg more than 1962 Alpine A 108. 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, 2002 Opel Omega (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alpine A 108 | 2002 Opel Omega | |
Make | Alpine | Opel |
Model | A 108 | Omega |
Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 75 L |