1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2336 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 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3490 mm |
