1974 Fiat 133 vs. 2003 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 Opel Omega is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 975 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. 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, 2003 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 2003 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 133 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2740 mm |
