1976 Fiat 133 vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 230 kg more than 1976 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Opel Ascona (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Fiat 133 | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 133 | Ascona |
Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2640 mm |