1968 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (131 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 705 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. 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 (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Junior | Omega |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2840 mm |