1963 Austin A 99 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 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 205 kg more than 1963 Austin A 99. 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 (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 99 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
