1985 Fiat 126 vs. 2007 Opel Agila
To start off, 2007 Opel Agila is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Agila (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Agila weights approximately 542 kg more than 1985 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Fiat 126 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 1985 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat 126 | 2007 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 126 | Agila |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2370 mm |
