1998 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 289 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1996 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Spider | Frontera |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 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 |