1999 Opel Omega vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1966 Trabant P 601. 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 Trabant P 601, 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 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Opel | Trabant |
| Model | Omega | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 24 L |
