1951 Austin Princess vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1992 Opel Frontera is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin Princess (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 135 kg more than 1992 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1951 Austin Princess (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1951 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin Princess | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Princess | Frontera |
Year Released | 1951 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |