1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2010 Ford Edge

To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 30 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 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 1445 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 2010 Ford Edge is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Edge. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Edge (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2010 Ford Edge 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. 2010 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 2010 Ford Edge
Make Alfa Romeo Ford
Model Alfasud Edge
Year Released 1980 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1490 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 85 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 121 Nm 387 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 925 kg 2370 kg
Vehicle Length 3980 mm 5504 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 2017 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 2093 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 3505 mm


 

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