1971 Toyota 2000GT vs. 2003 Vauxhall Agila

To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Agila is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 145 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1971 Toyota 2000GT 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 Toyota 2000GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall 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, 1971 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Agila.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Toyota 2000GT 2003 Vauxhall Agila
Make Toyota Vauxhall
Model 2000GT Agila
Year Released 1971 2003
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1988 cc 973 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 127 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 88 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1160 kg 1015 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 3510 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2370 mm


 

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