2005 Opel Agila vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Opel Agila is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2005 Opel Agila.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Agila | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Opel | Wartburg |
Model | Agila | 312 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 43 L |