1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1982 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, both 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud and 1982 Chrysler New Yorker were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chrysler New Yorker (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 344 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Chrysler New Yorker (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Chrysler New Yorker 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 | 1982 Chrysler New Yorker | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
Model | Alfasud | New Yorker |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |