1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1980 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 162 kg more than 1977 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, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
Model | Alfasud | Horizon |
Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |