1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 25 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1616 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | Alfasud | Discovery |
Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 133 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 88 L |