1992 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Fiat Cinquecento would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (32 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 960 kg more than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Vauxhall 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 2001 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento, 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, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. 2001 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 1992 Fiat Cinquecento has manual transmission. 1992 Fiat Cinquecento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1992 Fiat Cinquecento | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | Cinquecento | Omega |
Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 704 cc | 3175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 32 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |