1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 27 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Trajet (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 966 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, 2007 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Trajet 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 | 2007 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Alfasud | Trajet |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
