2001 Citroen Osee vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2001 Citroen Osee is newer by 20 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Osee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Osee (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Osee should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Citroen Osee (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Osee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Osee | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Osee | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
