1980 Opel Ascona vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Venga (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Venga weights approximately 700 kg more than 1980 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Venga, 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, 2012 Kia Venga (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Opel Ascona | 2012 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Ascona | Venga |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1710 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
