1965 Lancia Flaminia 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 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,774 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 310 kg more than 1965 Lancia Flaminia.
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 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Lancia Flaminia | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Lancia | Opel |
Model | Flaminia | Omega |
Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2774 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2740 mm |