1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1992 Ford Granada
To start off, 1992 Ford Granada is newer by 11 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Ford Granada. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Granada weights approximately 355 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1992 Ford Granada 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 1992 Ford Granada. 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, 1992 Ford Granada (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Granada 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 | 1992 Ford Granada | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Alfasud | Granada |
Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |