1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1967 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph 1300 (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph 1300 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 102 kg more than 1967 Triumph 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Triumph 1300 (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 1967 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Ascona | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
