1993 Fiat 126 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1993 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Opel Omega (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat 126 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 126 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 702 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
