1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 854 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 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 (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | 124 | Frontera |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |