1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 370 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 1000 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
