1964 Austin Princess vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Omega is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 715 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin Princess | 1990 Opel Omega | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Princess | Omega |
Year Released | 1964 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2740 mm |