1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 34 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1078 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 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | Alfasud | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
