1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Opel Omega is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 244 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600.
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, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2005 Opel Omega | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | 2600 | Omega |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |