1999 Opel Frontera vs. 1961 Triumph TR3
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR3 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 33 more horse power than 1961 Triumph TR3. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 851 kg more than 1961 Triumph TR3. 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 1961 Triumph TR3. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph TR3. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph TR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Frontera | 1961 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Frontera | TR3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 904 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2240 mm |
