2003 Opel Agila vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2003 Opel Agila is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Opel Agila. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Agila weights approximately 5 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Because 1975 Opel Ascona 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 1975 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1975 Opel Ascona (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Agila. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Agila | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Agila | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| 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 | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 50 L |
