1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Commodore weights approximately 90 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (176 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (158 Nm). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Alfetta | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1170 kg |
