1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Because 1975 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 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia, 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Alfetta | Insignia |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2737 mm |