1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1992 Opel Frontera is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Frontera (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 192 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
