1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | Alfasud | Korando |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
