1982 Mazda 323 vs. 2010 Opel Agila
To start off, 2010 Opel Agila is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,071 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Agila (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Agila weights approximately 90 kg more than 1982 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Opel Agila (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 323 | 2010 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 323 | Agila |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
