1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1993 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1993 Opel Frontera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1993 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Frontera weights approximately 269 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1993 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1993 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 2600 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2583 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
