2000 MCC ForTwo vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 19 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 MCC ForTwo | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | MCC | Opel |
Model | ForTwo | Ascona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 799 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2580 mm |