2010 Opel Agila 1 vs. 2010 Opel Agila 1.2

To start off, both 2010 Opel Agila 1 and 2010 Opel Agila 1.2 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Agila 1.2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Agila 1.2 (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Opel Agila 1. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Agila 1.2 should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Agila 1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Agila 1.2 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2010 Opel Agila 1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2010 Opel Agila 1.2 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Agila 1. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Agila 1.2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Agila 1.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Opel Agila 1 2010 Opel Agila 1.2
Make Opel Opel
Model Agila Agila
Year Released 2010 2010
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 996 cc 1229 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 88 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73.4 mm 73.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.6 mm 72.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 145 km/hour 161 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 17.7 seconds 13.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 940 kg 1055 kg
Vehicle Length 3510 mm 3540 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.8 L/100km 6.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 41 L 41 L


 

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