1999 Honda Z vs. 2012 Opel Agila
To start off, 2012 Opel Agila is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Agila (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Agila weights approximately 95 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Agila. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 2012 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Z | Agila |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 41 L |
