2006 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ulysse 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 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 763 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Ulysse | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Ulysse | Ascona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2177 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |