1996 Fiat Marea vs. 1974 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (80 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Opel Ascona. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 175 kg more than 1974 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Opel Ascona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Fiat Marea (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Marea | 1974 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Marea | Ascona |
Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 113 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 61 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |