1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 2002 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Agila is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 971 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Agila (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Agila should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Agila weights approximately 425 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth Coupe 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 1960 Abarth Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall 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, 2002 Vauxhall Agila (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth Coupe | 2002 Vauxhall Agila | |
Make | Abarth | Vauxhall |
Model | Coupe | Agila |
Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 784 cc | 971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |