1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 231 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Alfasud | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 75.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |