1998 Fiat Brava vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1998 Fiat Brava is newer by 17 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Brava weights approximately 26 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, 1981 Opel Ascona (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Brava | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Brava | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
