1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Opel Frontera is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 672 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo.
Because 2005 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. 2005 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo has manual transmission. 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Cuneo | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
