1999 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 13 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 745 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500.
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, 2012 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Vauxhall Omega | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Fiat |
| Model | Omega | 500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2310 mm |
