1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 20 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. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 600 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Opel | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ascona | 166 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
