1999 Opel Frontera vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 775 kg more than 1957 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Frontera | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Frontera | 203 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 78 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |