1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1973 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Ascona.
Because 1973 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 1973 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno, 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, 1989 Fiat Uno (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1973 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Uno | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
