1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1987 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1987 Ford Aerostar is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (93 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (88 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 492 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1987 Ford Aerostar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Ford Aerostar (160 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (131 Nm). This means 1987 Ford Aerostar 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 | 1987 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3030 mm |
