1999 Citroen C3 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1999 Citroen C3 is newer by 18 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen C3 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen C3 weights approximately 244 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, 1999 Citroen C3 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen C3 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C3 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
