1975 Opel Ascona vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 36 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i40 (113 HP @ 400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 636 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona. 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, 2011 Hyundai i40, 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, 2011 Hyundai i40 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Ascona | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Ascona | i40 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17:01 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
