1964 Abarth 700 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1964 Abarth 700. 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 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 700. 1999 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1964 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1964 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 700 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 700 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
