1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 15 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 370 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.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker 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, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Tracker 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 | 1996 Chevrolet Tracker | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Alfasud | Tracker |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
