1965 Lotus 33 vs. 1978 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1978 Opel Ascona is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lotus 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lotus 33 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Lotus 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Ascona weights approximately 494 kg more than 1965 Lotus 33.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lotus 33 | 1978 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | 33 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 456 kg | 950 kg |
