1999 Opel Omega vs. 1966 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1966 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1966 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 845 kg more than 1966 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1966 Riley Kestrel, 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 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Riley Kestrel. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1966 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Opel | Riley |
| Model | Omega | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1650 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2380 mm |
