1996 Opel Frontera vs. 2010 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Frontera (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Strada.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Frontera | 2010 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Frontera | Strada |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2718 mm |
