1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2000 Ford Ka
To start off, 2000 Ford Ka is newer by 21 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 Ford Ka. 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 (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2000 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Ka |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 40 L |
