1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 26 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Alfasud | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2770 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
