1969 Fiat Dino vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (122 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat Dino weights approximately 94 kg more than 1986 Opel Omega. 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, 1969 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (175 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat Dino | 1986 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Dino | Omega |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
