1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (161 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (93 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 438 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 Toyota Fortuner 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 Toyota Fortuner 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 Toyota Fortuner (343 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (131 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 Fortuner | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfasud | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 103 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
