1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 309 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Spider | Frontera |
Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |