1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2002 Rover 75
To start off, 2002 Rover 75 is newer by 22 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 75 weights approximately 474 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, 2002 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Rover 75 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 | 2002 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | Alfasud | 75 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
