1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2009 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2009 Proton Gen-2 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Proton Gen-2 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 | 2009 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Proton |
| Model | Alfasud | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
