1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 27 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 4,477 cc, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1420 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 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model Alfasud Land Cruiser
Year Released 1981 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1712 cc 4477 cc
Horse Power 116 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 147 Nm 387 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 910 kg 2330 kg
Vehicle Length 4030 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2860 mm


 

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