1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. Both 1981 Opel Ascona and 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 256 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
Make | Opel | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Ascona | 155 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 75.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |