1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1987 Dodge Daytona
To start off, 1987 Dodge Daytona is newer by 14 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Daytona (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 360 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Dodge Daytona (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1987 Dodge Daytona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Alfasud | Daytona |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
