1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 545 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (191 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 145 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
