1964 Ford Anglia vs. 2000 Opel Omega

To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 960 kg more than 1964 Ford Anglia. 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, 2000 Opel Omega (290 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 2000 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Ford Anglia 2000 Opel Omega
Make Ford Opel
Model Anglia Omega
Year Released 1964 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 997 cc 3175 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 40 HP 218 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 75 Nm 290 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 750 kg 1710 kg
Vehicle Length 3980 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1460 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 75 L


 

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