1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1988 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit is newer by 14 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 494 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.
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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit 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 | 1988 Dodge Spirit | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Alfasud | Spirit |
Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |