1986 Honda Civic vs. 1970 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1970 Opel Ascona. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Ascona weights approximately 20 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
Because 1970 Opel Ascona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Honda Civic (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Ascona. (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 1970 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
