1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (211 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 726 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta. 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 (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Beta | Omega |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1766 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
