1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2000 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2000 Dodge Ram is newer by 22 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1200 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 2000 Dodge Ram 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, 2000 Dodge Ram 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, 2000 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Ram 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 | 2000 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Alfasud | Ram |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3906 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2790 mm |