1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1997 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Pony is newer by 26 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 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Pony (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 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 118 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Pony.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1997 Hyundai Pony (119 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Alfasud | Pony |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1400 mm |
