1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 38 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 15 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 545 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, 2002 Opel Omega (300 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Opel Omega | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | 2600 | Omega |
Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |