1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1994 Ford Tracer
To start off, 1994 Ford Tracer is newer by 21 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), 1994 Ford Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 67 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tracer weights approximately 95 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tracer. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1994 Ford Tracer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| 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 | 67 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
