1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1997 Ford Versailles
To start off, 1997 Ford Versailles is newer by 19 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Versailles is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Versailles (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Versailles should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1997 Ford Versailles (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Versailles 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 | 1997 Ford Versailles | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Versailles |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
