2006 Opel Agila vs. 1968 Peugeot 504D
To start off, 2006 Opel Agila is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504D would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Agila (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504D weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Opel Agila.
Because 1968 Peugeot 504D 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 1968 Peugeot 504D. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Agila | 1968 Peugeot 504D | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Agila | 504D |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 56 L |
