1999 Opel Omega vs. 1951 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (311 HP) has 267 more horse power than 1951 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1951 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 770 kg more than 1951 Peugeot 203. 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 (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Peugeot 203. 1999 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1951 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1951 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1951 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Omega | 203 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2590 mm |
