1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 34 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i40 (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 674 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, 2012 Hyundai i40 (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i40 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 | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
Model | Alfasud | i40 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |