1994 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Opel Agila
To start off, 2006 Opel Agila is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fiesta (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Agila weights approximately 167 kg more than 1994 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2006 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Fiesta | Agila |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 963 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 42 L |
