1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 BMW X3
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 23 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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, 2007 BMW X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2007 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Alfasud | X3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
