1969 Nissan Fairlady vs. 2008 Opel Agila
To start off, 2008 Opel Agila is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Agila weights approximately 135 kg more than 1969 Nissan Fairlady.
Because 1969 Nissan Fairlady 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 Nissan Fairlady. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Nissan Fairlady (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Fairlady | 2008 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Fairlady | Agila |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |
