1970 Fiat 124 vs. 1994 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1994 Opel Frontera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Frontera weights approximately 729 kg more than 1970 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Opel Frontera (171 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 124 | 1994 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 124 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
