1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1988 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1988 Ford Fairlane is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Fairlane (138 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 736 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Ford Fairlane 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 1988 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1988 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1988 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |
