1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1993 Toyota Lexcen

To start off, 1993 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 15 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 484 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 1993 Toyota Lexcen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Lexcen 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 1993 Toyota Lexcen
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model Alfasud Lexcen
Year Released 1978 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1490 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 84 HP 174 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 876 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2740 mm