1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1984 Opel Ascona is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Ascona (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat 1300 (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 1300 | Ascona |
Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |