1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 930 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. 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 (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. 1999 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe has manual transmission. 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Coupe | Omega |
Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2740 mm |