1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1992 Toyota Century
To start off, 1992 Toyota Century is newer by 15 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Century weights approximately 910 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.
Because 1992 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 1992 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1992 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfasud | Century |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2870 mm |
