2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal weights approximately 620 kg more than 1983 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Kamal | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
