1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1992 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1992 Toyota Paseo is newer by 13 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Paseo (93 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Paseo weights approximately 45 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, 1992 Toyota Paseo (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Paseo 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 | 1992 Toyota Paseo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfasud | Paseo |
Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |