1986 Opel Omega vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 241 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Opel Omega (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Omega | 2010 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Omega | Fit |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2499 mm |
