1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 20 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1610 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 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfasud | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |