1954 Buick 40 vs. 2000 Vauxhall Agila

To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Agila is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1954 Buick 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 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall 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, 1954 Buick 40 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Agila.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Buick 40 2000 Vauxhall Agila
Make Buick Vauxhall
Model 40 Agila
Year Released 1954 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4328 cc 973 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 87 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1675 kg 1020 kg
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2370 mm