1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1961 Saab 750
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Saab 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Saab 750 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1961 Saab 750. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1961 Saab 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 67 kg more than 1961 Saab 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Saab 750. (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Saab 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 1961 Saab 750 | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Ascona | 750 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
