1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 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 900 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1996 Opel Frontera (260 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (170 Nm). This means 1996 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Spider | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
