1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1972 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 320 kg more than 1972 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1972 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Giulietta | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
