1969 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2004 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Agila is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Agila weights approximately 45 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior 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 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Agila. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Agila.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2004 Vauxhall Agila | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
Model | Junior | Agila |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |