1983 Fiat Panda vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Opel Ascona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Ascona weights approximately 230 kg more than 1983 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Panda | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Panda | Ascona |
Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |