1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 50 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lancia Beta (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Beta | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
