1999 Opel Omega vs. 1966 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (130 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 700 kg more than 1966 Volkswagen 1600. 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 (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1966 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Omega | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2480 mm |
