1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 165 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Giulietta | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
