1991 Fiat Tempra vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1991 Fiat Tempra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Tempra. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 180 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Tempra. (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tempra | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Tempra | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
