2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 26 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Punto weights approximately 60 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Punto | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Punto | Ascona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |