2003 Mini One vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2003 Mini One is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Ascona (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2003 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mini One weights approximately 96 kg more than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mini One (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mini One | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | One | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
