1984 Oldsmobile Omega vs. 2012 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2012 Fiat Albea is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Oldsmobile Omega (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Omega should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Albea weights approximately 21 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Omega.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Omega | 2012 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Fiat |
| Model | Omega | Albea |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
