1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1997 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1997 Ford Falcon is newer by 16 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 645 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 1997 Ford Falcon 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 1997 Ford Falcon. 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, 1997 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon 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 | 1997 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Alfasud | Falcon |
Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 357 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 | 890 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |