1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1988 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1988 GMC Suburban is newer by 15 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1988 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 GMC Suburban 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, 1988 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 1988 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1988 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
Model | Alfasud | Suburban |
Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3300 mm |