1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (125 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 750 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (241 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1710 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 |
