2002 Opel Omega vs. 1968 Subaru 360
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1968 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1968 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1968 Subaru 360. 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, 2002 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Omega | 1968 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Omega | 360 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
