1982 Fiat Abarth vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Abarth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Abarth would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Abarth. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Abarth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 525 kg more than 1982 Fiat Abarth. 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, 1982 Fiat Abarth (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Abarth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat Abarth | 2002 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | Abarth | Omega |
Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |