1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1984 Ford Orion
To start off, 1984 Ford Orion is newer by 11 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Orion weights approximately 80 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1984 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Orion |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
