2006 Fiat Strada vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada 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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Strada (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Strada weights approximately 833 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 Strada (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Strada | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Strada | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
