1999 Opel Frontera vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 385 kg more than 2011 Fiat Bravo.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Bravo. 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, 2011 Fiat Bravo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Frontera | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Opel | Fiat |
Model | Frontera | Bravo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1908 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |