1985 Fiat Uno vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Fiat Uno 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Uno. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 205 kg more than 1985 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Uno. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Fiat Uno | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Uno | Ascona |
Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |