2008 Opel Agila vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Opel Agila is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Toyota Crown (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Toyota Crown 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 1960 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Agila | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Agila | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 75 L |
