1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 930 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
| Model | Alfasud | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
