1998 Fiat Duna vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1998 Fiat Duna is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Ascona weights approximately 35 kg more than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Duna | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
