1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick is newer by 14 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 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Maverick (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
