1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (134 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat Campagnola | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Campagnola | Frontera |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 114 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |