2005 Ford Ka vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 Ford Ka is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. Both 2005 Ford Ka and 1983 Opel Ascona are equipped with a 1,297 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ka weights approximately 42 kg more than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ka | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ka | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
