1973 Lancia Fulvia 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 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (90 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 48 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 Lancia Fulvia (114 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Fulvia | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Fulvia | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.7 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
