1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 770 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Giulia | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
