1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 414 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Transit Connect (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect 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 Transit Connect | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Alfasud | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |