1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 610 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1974 Ford Granada 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 1974 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1974 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Granada |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
