1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1996 Ford Tracer
To start off, 1996 Ford Tracer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Ford Tracer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Tracer weights approximately 76 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1996 Ford Tracer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
