1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1970 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Opel Ascona. (80 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Palio weights approximately 50 kg more than 1970 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio, 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 Palio (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Ascona. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Palio | 1970 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Palio | Ascona |
Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |