1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 130 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 Fiat Palio (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Palio | Ascona |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |