1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 33 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1433 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express 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 | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Alfasud | Express |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 5970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2481 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3440 mm |
