1997 Fiat Vivace vs. 1993 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1997 Fiat Vivace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Frontera weights approximately 829 kg more than 1997 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Fiat Vivace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Vivace | 1993 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Vivace | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1371 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |
