1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 31 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 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1304 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 2009 Hummer H3 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, 2009 Hummer H3 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, 2009 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 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 | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hummer |
| Model | Alfasud | H3 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 102 L |
