1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1973 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Opel Ascona (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Ascona weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento, 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, 1973 Opel Ascona (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1973 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Seicento | Ascona |
Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 61 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |