1949 Fiat 500 vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 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 118 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1949 Fiat 500. 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 1949 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 500 | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 500 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
