1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2000 Vauxhall Agila

To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Agila is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1095 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2000 Vauxhall Agila has manual transmission. 2000 Vauxhall Agila will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1959 Cadillac 62 2000 Vauxhall Agila
Make Cadillac Vauxhall
Model 62 Agila
Year Released 1959 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6382 cc 1199 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2125 kg 1030 kg
Vehicle Length 5730 mm 3510 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2370 mm