1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 31 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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo 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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Ascona | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
