1992 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Fiat Panda 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 76 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1992 Fiat Panda. 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 1992 Fiat Panda. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda. 1999 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 1992 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1992 Fiat Panda 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:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2470 mm |
