1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 28 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 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 739 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Alfasud | Ram |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 5881 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 129 L |
