2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 28 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo weights approximately 141 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, 1981 Opel Ascona (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | MiTo | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
