2006 Opel Agila vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 Opel Agila is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Ascona (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Ascona weights approximately 62 kg more than 2006 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 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, 1975 Opel Ascona (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Agila | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Agila | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
