1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 27 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 417 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 2010 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2010 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfasud | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
