1978 Fiat 126 vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1992 Opel Frontera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Frontera (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1978 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Opel Frontera (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 126 | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 126 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
