1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 1999 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Giulia | Omega |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
