1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 910 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. 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, 1999 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin A 40 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 40 | Omega |
Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 75 L |