1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (125 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 380 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Omega (241 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Spider | Omega |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
