1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 25 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 262 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Alfasud | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2880 mm |
