2006 Opel Agila vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Opel Agila is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Agila weights approximately 158 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Because 1978 Toyota Corona 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 1978 Toyota Corona. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Agila | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Agila | Corona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
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 | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |