1992 Opel Frontera vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1992 Opel Frontera is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 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) has 57 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 700 kg more than 1957 Peugeot 203. 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 1957 Peugeot 203. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Frontera | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Frontera | 203 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
