1974 Fiat 133 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 360 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 133 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 133 | Ascona |
Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 842 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2580 mm |