1968 Maserati Mexico vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 430 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, 1968 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Maserati Mexico | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | Mexico | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4135 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
