2005 Opel Omega vs. 1964 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Opel Omega is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Omega (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1964 Toyota Publica. 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, 2005 Opel Omega (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Omega | 1964 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Omega | Publica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |