1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 540 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo 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 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Alfasud | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |