1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 41 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 1296 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 2013 Ford Flex is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex 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, 2013 Ford Flex (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2013 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Flex |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2994 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
