1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1979 Land Rover Serie III
To start off, 1979 Land Rover Serie III is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Land Rover Serie III is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Land Rover Serie III weights approximately 510 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1979 Land Rover Serie III is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Land Rover Serie III 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1979 Land Rover Serie III | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
| Model | Alfasud | Serie III |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2240 mm |
