1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 28 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, 2009 Smart ForTwo (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Smart ForTwo (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Opel | Smart |
| Model | Ascona | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 33 L |
