1965 Fiat 2300 vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 1987 Opel Omega is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Omega weights approximately 95 kg more than 1965 Fiat 2300.
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 Fiat 2300 (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat 2300 | 1987 Opel Omega | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 2300 | Omega |
Year Released | 1965 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |