1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 36 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 (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 610 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 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester 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 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | Alfasud | Forester |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2615 mm |