1965 Ford Corsair vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (81 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 34 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. 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 (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Corsair | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1663 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |
