1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 30 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (328 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfasud | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
