1972 Fiat Dino vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 285 kg more than 1972 Fiat Dino. 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, both vehicles can yield 220 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat Dino | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Dino | Omega |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
