1964 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2012 Opel Agila
To start off, 2012 Opel Agila is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Agila (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Agila weights approximately 165 kg more than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Fiat Cabriolet 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 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. 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, 2012 Opel Agila (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Cabriolet | 2012 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Cabriolet | Agila |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 41 L |
