2007 Abarth Grande Punto vs. 1998 Opel Omega
To start off, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Opel Omega. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Omega.
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, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Omega. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Abarth Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Abarth Grande Punto | 1998 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | Grande Punto | Omega |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
