1969 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Opel Agila
To start off, 2011 Opel Agila is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 996 cc (3 cylinders), 2011 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Agila (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Agila weights approximately 430 kg more than 1969 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Fiat 500 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 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Opel Agila (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 500 | 2011 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 500 | Agila |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 41 L |
