2008 Fiat Croma vs. 1970 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2008 Fiat Croma is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1970 Opel Ascona. (80 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Croma weights approximately 585 kg more than 1970 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma, 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, 2008 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Ascona. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Croma | 1970 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Croma | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
