1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 32 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 485 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2009 Toyota Yaris 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. 2009 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfasud | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
