1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1974 Ford Coin
To start off, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Coin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Coin would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Ford Coin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Coin (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Coin should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Ford Coin (146 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (104 Nm). This means 1974 Ford Coin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 1974 Ford Coin has automatic transmission and 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Ford Coin will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1974 Ford Coin | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Coin |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
