1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 650 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | Alfetta | Korando |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |
