1988 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Opel Agila
To start off, 2005 Opel Agila is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Agila (59 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Panda. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Agila weights approximately 260 kg more than 1988 Fiat Panda. 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, 2005 Opel Agila (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Panda | 2005 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Agila |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 770 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
