1999 Vauxhall Omega vs. 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. (45 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 686 kg more than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. 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 Vauxhall Omega (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Vauxhall Omega | 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
| Model | Omega | Wyvern |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
