2004 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 23 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. Both 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 and 1981 Opel Ascona are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 186 kg more than 1981 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 147 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
