1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 and 1999 Opel Omega were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (102 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 440 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 1999 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Alfa Romeo 146 (261 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | 146 | Omega |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 261 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |