1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 38 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (228 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1215 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 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfasud | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
