1996 Opel Frontera vs. 1979 Seat 127
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 127 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1979 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 934 kg more than 1979 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Seat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Frontera | 1979 Seat 127 | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Frontera | 127 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |