1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2004 Opel Agila
To start off, 2004 Opel Agila is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Agila (69 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Agila weights approximately 605 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Abarth 500 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 1957 Abarth 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Opel Agila (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 2004 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 500 | Agila |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 69 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 42 L |
