1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1992 Ford Granada
To start off, 1992 Ford Granada is newer by 10 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Granada (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Granada weights approximately 425 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 1992 Ford Granada 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 1992 Ford Granada. 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, 1992 Ford Granada (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Granada 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 | 1992 Ford Granada | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Alfasud | Granada |
Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |