1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 40 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1065 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Alfasud | E |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4895 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2071 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1517 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2874 mm |