1974 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 10 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona, 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo GT | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | GT | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2580 mm |
