1975 Abarth 124 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Abarth 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Abarth 124 would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Abarth 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 144 kg more than 1975 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Abarth 124 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 124 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1014 kg |
