1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (131 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 535 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Giulietta | Omega |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
