1996 Fiat 131 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 131. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 650 kg more than 1996 Fiat 131. 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 (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat 131 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 131 | Omega |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |