1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 493 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | 2600 | Frontera |
Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |