1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1992 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 14 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 651 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, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Lumina 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 | 1992 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Alfasud | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
