1971 Opel GT vs. 2010 Opel Agila
To start off, 2010 Opel Agila is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel GT (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Agila.
Because 1971 Opel GT 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 1971 Opel GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel GT. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel GT | 2010 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | GT | Agila |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 41 L |
