1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 24 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 190 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (171 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfasud | Yaris |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |