1999 Opel Frontera vs. 1960 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Trabant Universal 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 114 more horse power than 1960 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1960 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1960 Trabant Universal. 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 1960 Trabant Universal. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Frontera | 1960 Trabant Universal | |
Make | Opel | Trabant |
Model | Frontera | Universal |
Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 44 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2030 mm |