1971 Audi 100 vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1975 Opel Ascona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Audi 100 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Opel Ascona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Audi 100 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 100 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
