1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2004 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2004 Ford Fusion is newer by 21 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Fusion weights approximately 262 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, 2004 Ford Fusion (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Fusion 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 | 2004 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Alfasud | Fusion |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |