1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1970 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Ascona (80 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 215 kg more than 1970 Opel Ascona.
Because 1970 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 1970 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio, 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, 1970 Opel Ascona (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1970 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Palio | Ascona |
Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |