1990 Maserati Shamal vs. 2005 Opel Agila
To start off, 2005 Opel Agila is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Maserati Shamal 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 1990 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1990 Maserati Shamal (445 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (165 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Maserati Shamal | 2005 Opel Agila | |
Make | Maserati | Opel |
Model | Shamal | Agila |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 445 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |