1970 Fiat 125 vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 860 kg more than 1970 Fiat 125. 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 1970 Fiat 125. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 125. 1999 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 1970 Fiat 125 has manual transmission. 1970 Fiat 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 125 | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 125 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1607 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
