1970 Opel Ascona vs. 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 1970 Opel Ascona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 3,050 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Opel Ascona. (80 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk weights approximately 425 kg more than 1970 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Ascona. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Ascona. 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1970 Opel Ascona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Ascona | 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
| Make | Opel | Studebaker |
| Model | Ascona | Silver Hawk |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 111 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3070 mm |
