1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 60 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Giulia | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
