2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 11 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 126 kg more than 1996 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Spider | Frontera |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |