1970 Fiat 124 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 29 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 845 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 1999 Vauxhall 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, 1999 Vauxhall 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 124 | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | 124 | Frontera |
Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |