1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 is newer by 4 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 60 kg more than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
