1996 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 224 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | GTV | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
