1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2002 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2002 Toyota Yaris is newer by 23 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 210 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, 2002 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2002 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfasud | Yaris |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |