1983 Fiat 127 vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Frontera (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 925 kg more than 1983 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 127 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |
