1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 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 165 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Opel Ascona (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 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 | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Palio | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
