1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera

To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 1034 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall 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 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Alfa Romeo GTA 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
Make Alfa Romeo Vauxhall
Model GTA Frontera
Year Released 1967 1999
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 3165 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 93 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1824 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2710 mm


 

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