1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 2012 Opel Agila
To start off, 2012 Opel Agila is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2012 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Agila weights approximately 196 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Because 1963 Abarth 1600 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 1963 Abarth 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1963 Abarth 1600 (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 2012 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 1600 | Agila |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2370 mm |
