1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 20 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 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Yaris (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 58 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfasud | Yaris |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |