1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 34 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Compass (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 626 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 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
Model | Alfasud | Compass |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4448 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |