1971 Opel Ascona vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1971 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 445 kg more than 1971 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta, 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Ascona | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Opel | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ascona | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2634 mm |
