1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion 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 17 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fusion weights approximately 301 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, 2007 Ford Fusion (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fusion 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 | 2007 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Alfasud | Fusion |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |