1999 Fiat Scudo vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, both 1999 Fiat Scudo and 1999 Opel Frontera were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 36 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 785 kg more than 1999 Fiat Scudo. 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 1999 Fiat Scudo. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Scudo. 1999 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Scudo has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Scudo 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:
1999 Fiat Scudo | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Scudo | Frontera |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |