2007 Abarth Grande Punto vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Abarth Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Abarth Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Abarth Grande Punto | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | Grande Punto | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
