1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 975 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
Model | Sprint | Korando |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |