1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 28 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 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2397 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (98 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion 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 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 167 L |
