1993 Opel Frontera vs. 1970 Seat 124
To start off, 1993 Opel Frontera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Frontera weights approximately 703 kg more than 1970 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Frontera | 1970 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Frontera | 124 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
