1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki Alto (178 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Ascona | Alto |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
