1972 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1980 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1980 Opel Ascona is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Ascona weights approximately 50 kg more than 1972 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 1980 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 1980 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Lancia Fulvia, 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, 1972 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lancia Fulvia | 1980 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Fulvia | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
