1987 Fiat Vivace vs. 1980 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1987 Fiat Vivace is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Ascona weights approximately 200 kg more than 1987 Fiat Vivace.
Because 1980 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 1980 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Fiat Vivace, 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, 1980 Opel Ascona (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Fiat Vivace | 1980 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Vivace | Ascona |
Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |