1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 40 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 (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 388 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, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2004 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
Model | 2600 | Omega |
Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
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 | 145 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |