2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1973 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1973 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 805 kg more than 1973 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Ascona. 2006 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1973 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1973 Opel Ascona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1973 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Five Hundred | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2440 mm |
