1999 Fiat Seicento vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1999 Fiat Seicento 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 62 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 330 kg more than 1999 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Seicento | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Seicento | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
