1975 Opel Ascona vs. 2000 Pininfarina Rossa
To start off, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (485 HP) has 395 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (570 Nm) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (147 Nm). This means 2000 Pininfarina Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Ascona | 2000 Pininfarina Rossa | |
| Make | Opel | Pininfarina |
| Model | Ascona | Rossa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 5472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 485 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
