1994 Opel Omega vs. 1960 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 349 kg more than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. 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, 1994 Opel Omega (250 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. (200 Nm). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Omega | 1960 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Omega | Velox |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
