1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 24 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. 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 (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Opel | Smart |
| Model | Ascona | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 33 L |
