1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1981 Ford Capri
To start off, 1981 Ford Capri is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 115 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1981 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1981 Ford Capri | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Alfasud | Capri |
Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |