1978 Fiat 126 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (130 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1978 Fiat 126. 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 (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat 126 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 126 | Omega |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2740 mm |