1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 425 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2007 Renault Laguna 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 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Alfasud | Laguna |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |