1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1975 Ford Capri
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Capri weights approximately 121 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1975 Ford Capri 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 1975 Ford Capri. 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1975 Ford Capri | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Alfasud | Capri |
Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |