2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Punto (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 818 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Punto | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
