1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Crown weights approximately 529 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1977 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Toyota Crown (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfasud | Crown |
Year Released | 1982 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |