1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1237 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 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan
Make Alfa Romeo Hyundai
Model Alfasud Terracan
Year Released 1980 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1490 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 85 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 121 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.2 mm 98 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Weight 925 kg 2162 kg
Vehicle Length 3980 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2760 mm


 

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