2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1979 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,408 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Opel Ascona (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 18 kg more than 1979 Opel Ascona.
Because 1979 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 1979 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1979 Opel Ascona (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1979 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Grande Punto | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
