2000 Fiat Brava vs. 1993 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Fiat Brava is newer by 7 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 32 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Frontera weights approximately 595 kg more than 2000 Fiat Brava. 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 2000 Fiat Brava. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Brava | 1993 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Brava | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
