1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2001 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2001 Seat Ibiza 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 147 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Seat Ibiza (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2001 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Ascona | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
