2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Ascona (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Ascona weights approximately 192 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento, 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, 1975 Opel Ascona (146 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 1975 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Seicento | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Seicento | Ascona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 146 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |