1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 26 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 1,423 cc, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 64 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Ascona | Citi |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1423 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |