1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2001 Ford Extreme EX
To start off, 2001 Ford Extreme EX is newer by 21 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Extreme EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Extreme EX (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Extreme EX should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Extreme EX weights approximately 287 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 2001 Ford Extreme EX 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, 2001 Ford Extreme EX 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, 2001 Ford Extreme EX (556 Nm) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Extreme EX 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 | 2001 Ford Extreme EX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Extreme EX |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
