1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (131 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 560 kg more than 1964 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, 1999 Opel Omega (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 2600 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
