2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 25 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (103 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Palio II | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
