1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1983 Opel Ascona is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Ascona weights approximately 115 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1100 | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1100 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
