1965 Lancia Flavia 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 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 170 kg more than 1981 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, 1965 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flavia | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Flavia | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
