1983 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 (202 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 495 kg more than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037.
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, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 (238 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2005 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Abarth | Vauxhall |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |
