2006 Opel Tigra vs. 1996 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2006 Opel Tigra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Tigra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Starlet.
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, 2006 Opel Tigra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Tigra | 1996 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Tigra | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
