1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1991 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1991 Dodge Caravan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1991 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 535 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Dodge Caravan 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 | 1991 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Alfasud | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
