1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1974 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Hyundai Pony (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 34 kg more than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Because 1974 Hyundai Pony 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 1974 Hyundai Pony. 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1974 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Alfasud | Pony |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
