1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (283 HP) has 221 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1546 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | Alfasud | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 283 HP |
Torque | 88 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 83 mm |
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 | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |