1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber

To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 32 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber 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 2010 Dodge Caliber
Make Alfa Romeo Dodge
Model Alfasud Caliber
Year Released 1978 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1351 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 85 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 111 Nm 191 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4030 mm 4415 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1748 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1534 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2634 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 51 L