1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 29 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Alfasud | Express |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |
