1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 16 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 322 kg more than 1983 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 145 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
