1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2001 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2001 Ford Fiesta is newer by 22 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 255 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 2001 Ford Fiesta (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Fiesta 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 | 2001 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
