1968 Fiat 124 vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Frontera (134 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 729 kg more than 1968 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Opel Frontera (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 124 | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 124 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
