1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 540 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfasud | Avensis |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |