1958 Ford Popular vs. 2006 Opel Agila
To start off, 2006 Opel Agila is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Agila (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Agila weights approximately 205 kg more than 1958 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Popular 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 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Opel Agila (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Popular | 2006 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Popular | Agila |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2370 mm |
