1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1995 Toyota MRJ
To start off, 1995 Toyota MRJ is newer by 14 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota MRJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1995 Toyota MRJ. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota MRJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota MRJ weights approximately 642 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1995 Toyota MRJ 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 1995 Toyota MRJ. 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, 1995 Toyota MRJ (285 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm). This means 1995 Toyota MRJ 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 | 1995 Toyota MRJ | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfasud | MRJ |
Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 85.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |