2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto 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. Both 2009 Fiat Grande Punto and 1981 Opel Ascona are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 245 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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Grande Punto | Ascona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |