1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2004 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2004 Ford Maverick is newer by 23 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Maverick (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Maverick weights approximately 655 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 2004 Ford Maverick 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, 2004 Ford Maverick 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, 2004 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Maverick 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 | 2004 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
