1971 Fiat 127 vs. 2008 Opel Agila
To start off, 2008 Opel Agila is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Agila (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Agila weights approximately 425 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127. 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, 2008 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 127 | 2008 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 127 | Agila |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 41 L |
