1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (132 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 169 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (228 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
| Model | 100 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
