1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1980 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Duna (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Ascona weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Because 1980 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 1980 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Duna, 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, 1980 Opel Ascona (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Duna | 1980 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Duna | Ascona |
Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |