1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 14 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (189 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 400 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Spider | Ascona |
Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |