1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Frontera (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Opel Frontera (202 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2000 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 1500 | Frontera |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 202 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |