2003 Opel Agila vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Opel Agila is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Opel Agila. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 105 kg more than 2003 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Corona 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 1978 Toyota Corona. 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Agila. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Agila | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Agila | Corona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 60 L |
