1984 Opel Ascona vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (183 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 691 kg more than 1984 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Ascona | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Opel | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ascona | 159 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
