1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 30 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 220 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 2011 Toyota Tundra 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2011 Toyota Tundra 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. 2011 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfasud | Tundra |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 424 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3230 mm |