1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Abarth | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1300 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2496 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2740 mm |
