2001 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Ascona weights approximately 2 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 1975 Opel Ascona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Lancer | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
