1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 472 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 1998 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfasud | Caldina |
Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |