1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Ascona weights approximately 160 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
