1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 20 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 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 797 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. 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, 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 | 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfasud | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2444 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1960 mm |