1994 Opel Frontera vs. 1960 Seat 600
To start off, 1994 Opel Frontera is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1064 kg more than 1960 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Opel Frontera (171 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Frontera | 1960 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Frontera | 600 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2010 mm |
