1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 31 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 640 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max 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 | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2788 mm |
