1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 25 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 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1500 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.
Because 2004 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia 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 | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfasud | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 4670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 99 L |
