2000 Fiat Duna vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2000 Fiat Duna is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Ascona (75 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Duna. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Duna weights approximately 6 kg more than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Fiat Duna (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Duna | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Duna | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
