2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1971 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1971 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 370 kg more than 1971 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Opel Ascona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 1971 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Grande Punto | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
