1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1956 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 626 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1956 Riley Pathfinder 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 1956 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1956 Riley Pathfinder (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1956 Riley Pathfinder | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Riley |
Model | Alfasud | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1981 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |