1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 28 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2011 Ford Ranger 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 2011 Ford Ranger. 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, 2011 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ranger 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 | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3193 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
