2006 Opel Agila vs. 1970 Opel Ascona

To start off, 2006 Opel Agila is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Ascona (80 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Agila weights approximately 205 kg more than 1970 Opel Ascona.

Because 1970 Opel Ascona 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 1970 Opel Ascona. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Ascona. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Ascona.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Opel Agila 1970 Opel Ascona
Make Opel Opel
Model Agila Ascona
Year Released 2006 1970
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1248 cc 1584 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 69 HP 80 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 69.6 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 69.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.5:1
Top Speed 153 km/hour 153 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 925 kg
Vehicle Length 3510 mm 4170 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2450 mm


 

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