1980 Opel Ascona vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 33 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru BRZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru BRZ weights approximately 245 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Subaru BRZ (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru BRZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Opel Ascona | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Ascona | BRZ |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
