1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1984 Opel Ascona is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 306 kg more than 1984 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, 1973 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari Dino | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | Dino | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
