1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 864 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
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, 2005 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600. 2005 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 1963 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1963 Abarth 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 2005 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Abarth | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1600 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2740 mm |
