1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1985 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1985 Hyundai Pony is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Hyundai Pony (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 168 kg more than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Because 1985 Hyundai Pony is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Hyundai Pony. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Hyundai Pony (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1985 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Alfasud | Pony |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |
