2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Opel Ascona (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Punto | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
