1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1999 Rover 25
To start off, 1999 Rover 25 is newer by 19 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 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 25 (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 25 weights approximately 205 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Rover 25 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 25 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 | 1999 Rover 25 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | Alfasud | 25 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |