1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 528 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.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer 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 | 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Alfasud | Blazer |
Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |