1999 Opel Frontera vs. 1980 Simca 1309
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Simca 1309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Simca 1309 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1980 Simca 1309. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1980 Simca 1309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 710 kg more than 1980 Simca 1309. 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 1980 Simca 1309. 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 (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Simca 1309. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Simca 1309. 1980 Simca 1309 has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Simca 1309 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Frontera | 1980 Simca 1309 | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Frontera | 1309 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
