1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1483 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 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Alfasud | Ram |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 132 L |
