1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1970 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Ascona (80 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Ascona weights approximately 35 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1970 Opel Ascona (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1970 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Alfasud | Ascona |
Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 69.8 mm |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |