1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1974 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 369 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph 2000 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 | 1974 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | Alfasud | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
