1985 Fiat Croma vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Fiat Croma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Croma. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Croma weights approximately 103 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1985 Fiat Croma (127 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (126 Nm). This means 1985 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona. 1982 Opel Ascona has automatic transmission and 1985 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 1985 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Opel Ascona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Croma | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Croma | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
