1983 Fiat 127 vs. 2010 Opel Agila
To start off, 2010 Opel Agila is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,048 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Agila (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Agila weights approximately 110 kg more than 1983 Fiat 127. 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, 2010 Opel Agila (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 2010 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 127 | Agila |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2370 mm |
