1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1970 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 154 kg more than 1970 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 1970 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Ascona | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2110 mm |
