1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 94 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford Fiesta (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Fiesta | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Fiesta | Ascona |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |