1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1997 Fiat Duna
To start off, 1997 Fiat Duna is newer by 24 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 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Duna weights approximately 60 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1997 Fiat Duna | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Alfasud | Duna |
Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 79.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |