1999 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2010 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2010 Fiat Albea 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 565 kg more than 2010 Fiat Albea. 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 Albea, 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 (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Vauxhall Omega | 2010 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Fiat |
| Model | Omega | Albea |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
