1995 Fiat Brava vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1995 Fiat Brava 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 1,745 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Brava (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Brava weights approximately 210 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 Fiat Brava (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Brava | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Brava | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
