1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 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 59 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 801 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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 @ 2600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Alfasud | Frontera |
Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |