1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 435 kg more than 1977 Fiat 132. 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 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 132 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 75 L |
