2006 Opel Agila vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Agila would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A1 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Agila weights approximately 90 kg more than 2012 Audi A1.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Audi A1 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Agila | 2012 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Agila | A1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 34 L |
