1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat 500 weights approximately 41 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Fiat 500 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Opel | Fiat |
Model | Ascona | 500 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |