1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1986 Toyota Camry is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Camry weights approximately 160 kg more than 1979 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, 1986 Toyota Camry (146 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfasud | Camry |
Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |