1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1984 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1984 Renault Rodeo is newer by 6 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 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1984 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 170 kg more than 1984 Renault Rodeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault Rodeo. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1984 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Alfasud | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 109 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
