2003 Opel Agila vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2003 Opel Agila is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Agila (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Agila weights approximately 55 kg more than 1957 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Opel Agila (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Agila | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Opel | Wartburg |
Model | Agila | 312 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 40 L |