1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 169 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
