1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1093 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 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfasud | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 4670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
