1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 37 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 49 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 705 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1999 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, 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | 2600 | Frontera |
Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |