2000 Opel Agila vs. 1969 Opel Admiral
To start off, 2000 Opel Agila is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Admiral (142 HP) has 83 more horse power than 2000 Opel Agila. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Admiral weights approximately 460 kg more than 2000 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Opel Admiral 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 1969 Opel Admiral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1969 Opel Admiral (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Agila | 1969 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Agila | Admiral |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 142 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 80 L |
