1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1310 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 1973 GMC Suburban 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, 1973 GMC Suburban 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, 1973 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Alfasud | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3300 mm |
