1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 29 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 695 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 2008 Jeep Compass 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, 2008 Jeep Compass 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, 2008 Jeep Compass (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass 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 | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
Model | Alfasud | Compass |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 51 L |