1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 2005 Opel Agila
To start off, 2005 Opel Agila is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Agila (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Because 1951 Fiat 1400 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 1951 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Agila, 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, 2005 Opel Agila (165 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Fiat 1400 | 2005 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1400 | Agila |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1393 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
