1962 Fiat 500 vs. 1995 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1995 Opel Frontera is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1099 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 500 | 1995 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 500 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 75 L |
