1956 Austin A 35 vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Frontera (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1006 kg more than 1956 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 35 | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 35 | Frontera |
Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 946 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2470 mm |