1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 2,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 250 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Alfasud | Comodoro |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
