1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1995 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1995 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 17 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 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 724 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 1995 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1995 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1995 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota 4Runner 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 | 1995 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfasud | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |