1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 609 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. 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, 2004 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124. 2004 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 2004 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 124 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2740 mm |
