1966 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 15 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 30 kg more than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. 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 (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Cabriolet | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Cabriolet | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
