1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1992 Opel Frontera is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 705 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 2600 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
