1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1972 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Maverick weights approximately 384 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1972 Ford Maverick 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 1972 Ford Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1972 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1972 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Alfasud | Maverick |
Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |