1963 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2003 Opel Omega

To start off, 2003 Opel Omega is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. 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, 2003 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Abarth Mono 1000 2003 Opel Omega
Make Abarth Opel
Model Mono 1000 Omega
Year Released 1963 2003
Engine Position Rear Middle
Engine Size 981 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 90 Nm 209 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 65 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 74 mm 94.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 560 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 3490 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1420 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 75 L


 

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