1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 27 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1974 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Alfasud | Ram |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 132 L |
