1980 Fiat 126 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1980 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, 2005 Vauxhall Omega (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126. 2005 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 1980 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1980 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 126 | 2005 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 126 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2740 mm |
