1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2012 Opel Agila
To start off, 2012 Opel Agila is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Agila (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Agila weights approximately 236 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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 (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2012 Opel Agila | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Alfasud | Agila |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 41 L |