1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2010 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2010 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 29 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 336 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2010 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Opel | Ascari |
| Model | Ascona | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2636 mm |
