2000 Opel Omega vs. 1968 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 853 kg more than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 2000 Opel Omega (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Omega | 1968 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Opel | Triumph |
Model | Omega | Vitesse |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |