1963 AC Aceca vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1963 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 839 kg more than 1963 AC Aceca. 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, 1999 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Aceca | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | Aceca | Omega |
Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |