1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 33 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 1522 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 2010 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS 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, 2010 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS 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 | 2010 Lexus LS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lexus |
Model | Alfasud | LS |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 438 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3091 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 84 L |