1953 Fiat 1900 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 161 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1900 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1900 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
