1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2003 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2003 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 23 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 1060 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Jackaroo 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 | 2003 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Alfasud | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
