2005 Opel Agila vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Agila would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2005 Opel Agila. 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, 2013 Fiat 500 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (165 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Agila | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Agila | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3668 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1866 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1503 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |
