1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 35 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1838 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | Alfasud | Discovery |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 89 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |