1970 Honda 1300 vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 97 kg more than 1970 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1982 Opel Ascona (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda 1300. (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda 1300. 1982 Opel Ascona has automatic transmission and 1970 Honda 1300 has manual transmission. 1970 Honda 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Opel Ascona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda 1300 | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | 1300 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2580 mm |
