1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 750 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Camry (325 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfasud | Camry |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
