2001 Opel Frogster vs. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount
To start off, 2001 Opel Frogster is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Viscount would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall Viscount is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frogster. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount weights approximately 82 kg more than 2001 Opel Frogster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Vauxhall Viscount is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frogster, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1966 Vauxhall Viscount will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Frogster | 1966 Vauxhall Viscount | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Frogster | Viscount |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 973 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
