1967 Triumph 1300 vs. 2009 Opel Agila
To start off, 2009 Opel Agila is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Triumph 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Agila (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1967 Triumph 1300. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Agila weights approximately 137 kg more than 1967 Triumph 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Opel Agila (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Triumph 1300 | 2009 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Triumph | Opel |
| Model | 1300 | Agila |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 41 L |
