1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 32 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 856 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 2006 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Alfasud | Freestyle |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |