1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris is newer by 33 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Auris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Auris (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Auris weights approximately 411 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Toyota Auris (158 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Auris 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 | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfasud | Auris |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
