1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1993 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1993 Opel Frontera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. Both 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 and 1993 Opel Frontera are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1993 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Frontera weights approximately 169 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Because 1993 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1993 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
