1997 Innocenti Mille vs. 1971 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1997 Innocenti Mille is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel Ascona (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1997 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Ascona weights approximately 50 kg more than 1997 Innocenti Mille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Innocenti Mille, 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, 1971 Opel Ascona (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Innocenti Mille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Innocenti Mille | 1971 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Innocenti | Opel |
| Model | Mille | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
