1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 35 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Duster (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Duster weights approximately 306 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, 2011 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Duster 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 | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Alfasud | Duster |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2673 mm |
