1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 185 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1981 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 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Seicento | Ascona |
Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73.4 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |