1962 Abarth 700 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Agila is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 973 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Agila weights approximately 439 kg more than 1962 Abarth 700.
Because 1962 Abarth 700 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 1962 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Vauxhall Agila (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 700 | 2004 Vauxhall Agila | |
Make | Abarth | Vauxhall |
Model | 700 | Agila |
Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 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 | 576 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |