1973 Fiat 126 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 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Ascona (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Ascona weights approximately 344 kg more than 1973 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 126 | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 126 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 70 L |
