1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 34 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 634 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 2011 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 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, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2011 Toyota RAV4 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. 2011 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfasud | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |