1999 Opel Omega vs. 1961 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1961 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1961 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 505 kg more than 1961 Peugeot 404. 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 (185 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Peugeot 404. (127 Nm). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 1961 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Omega | 404 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 127 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2650 mm |