1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 975 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 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2007 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | Alfasud | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
