2007 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Opel Omega (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 156 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
