2005 Opel Agila vs. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible
To start off, 2005 Opel Agila is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Agila (59 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Agila weights approximately 64 kg more than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Opel Agila (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Agila | 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Opel | Wartburg |
| Model | Agila | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |
