1968 Fiat 125 vs. 2003 Opel Agila
To start off, 2003 Opel Agila is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Opel Agila. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Agila weights approximately 55 kg more than 1968 Fiat 125.
Because 1968 Fiat 125 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 1968 Fiat 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1968 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Agila. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 125 | 2003 Opel Agila | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 125 | Agila |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 44 L |