1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 Infiniti M
To start off, 2006 Infiniti M is newer by 30 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2006 Infiniti M 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, 2006 Infiniti M 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, 2006 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2006 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2006 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
| Model | Alfasud | M |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
