1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Opel Agila
To start off, 2000 Opel Agila is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Agila (59 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Opel Agila.
Because 1954 Austin A 40 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 1954 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Opel Agila (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 2000 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 40 | Agila |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 44 L |
