1967 Fiat 850 vs. 2004 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2004 Opel Frontera is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Frontera weights approximately 988 kg more than 1967 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850. 2004 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 850 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 850 | 2004 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 850 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
