2002 Vauxhall Omega vs. 1965 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (148 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 635 kg more than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. 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 Vauxhall Omega (306 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Vauxhall Omega | 1965 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Omega | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
