1959 Austin A 95 vs. 2007 Opel Agila
To start off, 2007 Opel Agila is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 95 (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 95 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin A 95 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 1959 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1959 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 95 | 2007 Opel Agila | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 95 | Agila |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 41 L |