1958 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Opel Agila
To start off, 2008 Opel Agila is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Agila (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Agila weights approximately 660 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat 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 1958 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 500 | 2008 Opel Agila | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 500 | Agila |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1130 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 | 37 L | 41 L |