1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Opel Ascona is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 151 kg more than 1985 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (143 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Giulietta | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
