2004 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2004 Fiat Ulysse 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. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Ulysse (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 828 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, 1981 Opel Ascona (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. (84 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Ulysse | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Ulysse | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
