1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom (455 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1605 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.
Because 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Alfasud | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 455 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
