2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1993 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 14 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 14 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Frontera weights approximately 529 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. 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 2007 Fiat Strada. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1993 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Strada | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
