1973 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 659 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Opel Frontera (203 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1997 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Spider | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1639 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 |
