1955 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2001 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2001 Opel Frontera is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frontera weights approximately 980 kg more than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Opel Frontera (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Volkswagen Beetle | 2001 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
Model | Beetle | Frontera |
Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1192 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |