1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, both 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud and 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. (54 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 484 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 has automatic transmission and 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Alfasud | 200 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 125 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
