1995 Fiat Coupe vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1995 Fiat Coupe 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Coupe (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 266 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 Coupe (295 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Coupe | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Coupe | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
