1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 208 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Because 1952 Austin A 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1952 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 70 | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 70 | Ascona |
Year Released | 1952 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |