1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (109 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 812 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Alfasud | Grand Wagoneer |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
