1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2001 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2001 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 26 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Wrangler (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 501 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 2001 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2001 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Wrangler 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 | 2001 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Alfasud | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
