1993 Opel Omega vs. 1946 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1993 Opel Omega is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 2,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Omega (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1946 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1946 Triumph Roadster.
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, 1993 Opel Omega (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Triumph Roadster. (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Triumph Roadster. 1993 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1946 Triumph Roadster has manual transmission. 1946 Triumph Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Omega | 1946 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Omega | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2590 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2550 mm |
