1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 31 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 701 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.
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, 2007 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma 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 | 2007 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | Croma |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
