1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1992 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1992 Ford Festiva is newer by 19 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 60 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1992 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2300 mm |
