1982 Fiat 126 vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Omega is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 714 kg more than 1982 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, 1990 Opel Omega (169 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 126 | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 126 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2740 mm |
