1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 31 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1700 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 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfasud | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 93 L |
