1970 Fiat 130 vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Opel Ascona is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1985 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, 1970 Fiat 130 (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 130 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
