1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 80 kg more than 1985 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Fiat Punto (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Punto | Ascona |
Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |