1961 Fiat 1100 vs. 1974 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1974 Opel Ascona is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,194 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Opel Ascona (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Ascona weights approximately 40 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Opel Ascona (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1100 | 1974 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 1100 | Ascona |
Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2440 mm |