1964 Fiat Berline vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 115 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 650 kg more than 1964 Fiat Berline.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Fiat Berline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Berline | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Berline | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
