1966 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1972 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1972 Opel Ascona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Ascona weights approximately 20 kg more than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Fiat Cabriolet (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Cabriolet | 1972 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Cabriolet | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
