1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | Alfasud | Defender |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 83 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |