1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 402 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Vectra (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Alfetta | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
