1997 Opel Frontera vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 567 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Opel Frontera (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Opel Frontera | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Opel | Fiat |
Model | Frontera | 500 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2301 mm |