2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1974 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Ascona weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Because 1974 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 1974 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto, 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, 2005 Fiat Punto (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Punto | 1974 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Punto | Ascona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |