1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Opel Agila
To start off, 2005 Opel Agila is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Agila weights approximately 140 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1981 Ford Fiesta (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Fiesta | Agila |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 145 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 | 800 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 42 L |
