1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 589 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. 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 (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 1750 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
