1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 30 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 3,628 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1827 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (640 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | Alfasud | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3628 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 111 Nm | 640 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2717 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 105 L |