1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat 131 weights approximately 196 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Fiat 131 (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Opel | Fiat |
Model | Ascona | 131 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |