1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1990 Ford Probe
To start off, 1990 Ford Probe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Probe weights approximately 320 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Probe 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 | 1990 Ford Probe | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Alfasud | Probe |
Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |