2007 Kia Pregio vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 Kia Pregio 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 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Pregio (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Pregio should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 662 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, 2007 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Pregio | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Pregio | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2580 mm |
