1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1983 Opel Ascona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Ascona weights approximately 30 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Alfasud | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
