1985 Fiat Panda vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Fiat Panda 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 302 kg more than 1985 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Opel Ascona (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Panda | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2580 mm |
