1994 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1994 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Ulysse (119 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 496 kg more than 1981 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 Ulysse (170 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Ulysse | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Ulysse | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
