1972 Maserati Indy vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1983 Opel Ascona is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Indy (289 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Indy weights approximately 620 kg more than 1983 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Maserati Indy | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | Indy | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
