1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1987 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1987 Ford Taurus 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 2,511 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Taurus (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Taurus weights approximately 540 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 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Taurus 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 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Alfasud | Taurus |
Year Released | 1973 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |