2007 Opel Agila vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Opel Agila is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (77 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Agila weights approximately 300 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Agila | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Agila | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |