1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 749 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 Ranger 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, 2010 Ford Ranger 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, 2010 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger 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 | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3198 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
