1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 BMW X3
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 27 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 470 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 2006 BMW X3 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, 2006 BMW X3 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, 2006 BMW X3 (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 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 | 2006 BMW X3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Alfasud | X3 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |