1999 Opel Omega vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Victor 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 (211 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (48 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 776 kg more than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (108 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
Model | Omega | Victor |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1766 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |