1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1988 Opel Omega
To start off, 1988 Opel Omega is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Omega (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Omega weights approximately 342 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Opel Omega 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 1988 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Austin 1300, 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, 1988 Opel Omega (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 1988 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | 1300 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2740 mm |
