1993 Opel Frontera vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1993 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Frontera weights approximately 129 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 1993 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Frontera | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Opel | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Frontera | 166 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
