1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2000 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 15 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 430 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2000 Plymouth Prowler 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 2000 Plymouth Prowler. 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, 2000 Plymouth Prowler (610 Nm) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm). This means 2000 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2000 Plymouth Prowler 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. 2000 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2000 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | Alfasud | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2880 mm |
