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 |