1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 26 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 819 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 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Alfasud | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
