1969 Ford Corsair vs. 2004 Opel Agila
To start off, 2004 Opel Agila is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Corsair (59 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Opel Agila. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Agila weights approximately 135 kg more than 1969 Ford Corsair.
Because 1969 Ford Corsair 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 Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Corsair (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Agila. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Corsair | 2004 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Corsair | Agila |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 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 | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 42 L |
