1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 37 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (355 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 1524 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 2013 Dodge DURANGO is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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. 2013 Dodge DURANGO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Alfasud | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 93 L |
