1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 594 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Opel Omega (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (142 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Giulia | Omega |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |
