1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1974 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Maverick weights approximately 325 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1974 Ford Maverick 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 1974 Ford Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1974 Ford Maverick (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Maverick 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 | 1974 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
