1994 Opel Omega vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 58 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600.
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, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Opel Omega | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Opel | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Omega | 2600 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |