1968 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Opel Agila
To start off, 2006 Opel Agila is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Agila (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Agila weights approximately 135 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Opel Agila (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2006 Opel Agila | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Agila |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 53.3 mm | 78.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 42 L |