1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 35 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-V (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-V weights approximately 725 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 2013 Honda CR-V is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V 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, 2013 Honda CR-V (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2013 Honda CR-V 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. 2013 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Alfasud | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
