1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 597 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. 2001 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 has manual transmission. 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1750 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2740 mm |
