1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 40 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1352 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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 | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
Model | Alfasud | Terracan |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.4:1 |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |