1999 Opel Omega vs. 1977 Seat 131
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 131 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) has 89 more horse power than 1977 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 699 kg more than 1977 Seat 131. 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 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1977 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Omega | 131 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2500 mm |
