1970 Fiat 500 vs. 2000 Opel Agila
To start off, 2000 Opel Agila is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Agila (59 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Agila weights approximately 505 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Fiat 500. 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, 2000 Opel Agila (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 500 | 2000 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 500 | Agila |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 998 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 |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1015 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 | 44 L |
