1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1972 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Ascona weights approximately 46 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1972 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 1972 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1972 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Alfasud | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
