1965 Triumph Vitesse 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 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 785 kg more than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 1999 Opel Omega (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Triumph Vitesse | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Triumph | Opel |
| Model | Vitesse | Omega |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 75 L |
