1999 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 655 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Vauxhall 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 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500, 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 Vauxhall Omega (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Vauxhall Omega | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Fiat |
| Model | Omega | 500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2310 mm |
