1983 Opel Ascona vs. 1981 Simca 1100

To start off, 1983 Opel Ascona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1981 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Ascona weights approximately 40 kg more than 1981 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1983 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Simca 1100.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Opel Ascona 1981 Simca 1100
Make Opel Simca
Model Ascona 1100
Year Released 1983 1981
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1297 cc 942 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 74 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 101 Nm 66 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 68 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73.4 mm 65 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 920 kg 880 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 42 L


 

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