1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 22 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 975 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.
Because 2005 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle 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 | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Alfasud | Freestyle |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |