1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 33 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Compass (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Compass weights approximately 515 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, 2012 Jeep Compass (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Alfasud | Compass |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
