1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 2012 Opel Agila
To start off, 2012 Opel Agila is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Agila (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2012 Opel Agila.
Because 1956 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 1956 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, both vehicles can yield 88 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 2012 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1400 | Agila |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 41 L |
