1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V weights approximately 270 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V 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 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Alfasud | 170 V |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |
