1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1975 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 104 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 30 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 104. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 176 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 104. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 104. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 1975 Peugeot 104 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Ascona | 104 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 62 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |