1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1983 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1983 Ford Tempo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Tempo weights approximately 216 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1983 Ford Tempo (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Tempo 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 | 1983 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
