1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2005 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 32 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Trooper (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 1110 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.
Because 2005 Isuzu Trooper 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, 2005 Isuzu Trooper 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, 2005 Isuzu Trooper (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2005 Isuzu Trooper 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. 2005 Isuzu Trooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2005 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Isuzu |
| Model | Alfasud | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
