1999 Opel Omega vs. 1971 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 725 kg more than 1971 Sunbeam Alpine. 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 (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1971 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Opel | Sunbeam |
| Model | Omega | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
