1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1980 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 9 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, 1989 Fiat Uno (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Ascona weights approximately 80 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
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, 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 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Fiat Uno | 1980 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Uno | Ascona |
Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |