1972 Opel Ascona vs. 2010 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Spark (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Ascona weights approximately 60 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Spark.
Because 1972 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 1972 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Spark, 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 Opel Ascona (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Opel Ascona | 2010 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ascona | Spark |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
