1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1995 Ford Scorpio

To start off, 1995 Ford Scorpio is newer by 13 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 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Scorpio (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 678 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 1995 Ford Scorpio 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 1995 Ford Scorpio. 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, 1995 Ford Scorpio (281 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 1995 Ford Scorpio 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. 1995 Ford Scorpio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 1995 Ford Scorpio
Make Alfa Romeo Ford
Model Alfasud Scorpio
Year Released 1982 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1351 cc 2935 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 79 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 104 Nm 281 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 876 kg 1554 kg
Vehicle Length 3980 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1450 mm


 

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