1975 Audi 50 vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, both 1975 Audi 50 and 1975 Opel Ascona were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Ascona (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Ascona weights approximately 305 kg more than 1975 Audi 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Opel Ascona 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 1975 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi 50, 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, 1975 Opel Ascona (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Audi 50 | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | 50 | Ascona |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 4-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |