1986 Opel Ascona vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 26 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, 1986 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 205 kg more than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Ascona | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Ascona | Panda |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |
