1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Lexus RX
To start off, 2005 Lexus RX 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus RX (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus RX weights approximately 954 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 2005 Lexus RX 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, 2005 Lexus RX 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, 2005 Lexus RX (328 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lexus |
| Model | Alfasud | RX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1844 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
