1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1988 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 10 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 2,253 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 705 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1988 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1988 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Trooper 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 | 1988 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Isuzu |
| Model | Alfasud | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
