1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 31 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 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1004 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2005 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Alfasud | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1864 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
