1992 Fiat Vivace vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1992 Fiat Vivace is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 182 kg more than 1992 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Opel Ascona (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Vivace. 1982 Opel Ascona has automatic transmission and 1992 Fiat Vivace has manual transmission. 1992 Fiat Vivace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Opel Ascona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Vivace | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Vivace | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2580 mm |
