1961 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 26 kg more than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
Because 1961 Fiat Cabriolet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Cabriolet | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Cabriolet | Ascona |
Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 992 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |