1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 35 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1426 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 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | Alfasud | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2286 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 104 L |