2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1970 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Opel Ascona. (80 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 310 kg more than 1970 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo, 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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Ascona. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Stilo | 1970 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Stilo | Ascona |
Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |