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, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 368 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Opel Frontera (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
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 | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
