1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Ascona would be higher. Both 1999 Ford Fiesta and 1986 Opel Ascona are equipped with a 1,297 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford Fiesta (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Fiesta | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Fiesta | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 920 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
