1986 Opel Ascona vs. 2011 Fiat Linea
To start off, 2011 Fiat Linea is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Linea (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Linea should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Linea weights approximately 265 kg more than 1986 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Fiat Linea (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Linea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Ascona | 2011 Fiat Linea | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Ascona | Linea |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
