1980 Ford Fiesta vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1983 Opel Ascona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1980 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Ascona weights approximately 205 kg more than 1980 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Fiesta | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Fiesta | Ascona |
Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |