1968 Fiat 2300 vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 2300. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 60 kg more than 1968 Fiat 2300. 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, 1986 Opel Omega (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 2300. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 2300 | 1986 Opel Omega | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 2300 | Omega |
Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |