1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 34 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Opel Omega.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Opel Omega (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Spider | Omega |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1310 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 52 L |
