1974 Fiat 131 vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1983 Opel Ascona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 131 (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 131 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1983 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, 1974 Fiat 131 (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 131 | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 131 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
