1969 Peugeot 204 vs. 2012 Opel Agila
To start off, 2012 Opel Agila is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Agila (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Agila weights approximately 75 kg more than 1969 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Opel Agila (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Peugeot 204 | 2012 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Peugeot | Opel |
| Model | 204 | Agila |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 41 L |
