1981 Fiat 131 vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 650 kg more than 1981 Fiat 131. 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 1981 Fiat 131. 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 (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 131 | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 131 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
