1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 12 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 720 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.
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, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 | 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Alfasud | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3040 mm |
