1963 Fiat 500 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 565 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 500 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 500 | Ascona |
Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |