1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 700 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 1996 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta has manual transmission. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
Model | Alfetta | Korando |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |