1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1946 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (131 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Alfasud | Ram |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 5621 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 331 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 509 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 2864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 6350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 4080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 132 L |