1969 Ford Capri vs. 2000 Opel Agila
To start off, 2000 Opel Agila is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (86 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Opel Agila. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Agila weights approximately 46 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
Because 1969 Ford Capri 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 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1969 Ford Capri (141 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2000 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Capri | Agila |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 42 L |
