1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1991 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1991 Opel Frontera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Frontera weights approximately 714 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1991 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Alfasud | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
