1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2002 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2002 Jeep Liberty is newer by 21 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 845 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 2002 Jeep Liberty 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, 2002 Jeep Liberty 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, 2002 Jeep Liberty (320 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm). This means 2002 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2002 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2002 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Alfasud | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
