1992 Opel Frontera vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1992 Opel Frontera is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 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 50 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Opel Frontera (211 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1992 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Frontera | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Frontera | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |
