1991 Opel Frontera vs. 1966 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1991 Opel Frontera is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1057 kg more than 1966 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Opel Frontera | 1966 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Frontera | Publica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
