1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1995 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1995 Opel Frontera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (125 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 559 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Because 1995 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1995 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Alfetta | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
