1996 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 11 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 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 465 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Spider | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
