1992 Opel Frontera vs. 1978 Seat 133
To start off, 1992 Opel Frontera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 133 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 67 more horse power than 1978 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1978 Seat 133. 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 Seat 133. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Frontera | 1978 Seat 133 | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Frontera | 133 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2030 mm |
