1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1986 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 1047 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Ferrari 412 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ferrari 412 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1986 Ferrari 412 GT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Alfasud | 412 GT |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 120 L |
