1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Opel Agila

To start off, 2010 Opel Agila is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2010 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 436 kg more than 2010 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1957 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Agila.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Chevrolet Corvette 2010 Opel Agila
Make Chevrolet Opel
Model Corvette Agila
Year Released 1957 2010
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4638 cc 996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 230 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 88 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 98.4 mm 73.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.2 mm 78.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.5:1
Top Speed 220 km/hour 145 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1376 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 3510 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 41 L


 

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