1996 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Opel Agila
To start off, 2012 Opel Agila is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Agila weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2012 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Corolla | Agila |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |
