1981 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 Opel Agila
To start off, 2011 Opel Agila is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 360 kg more than 2011 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Celica 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 1981 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Toyota Celica | 2011 Opel Agila | |
Make | Toyota | Opel |
Model | Celica | Agila |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2759 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 41 L |