1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 19 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2326 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 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2004 Ford Excursion 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. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 3216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 167 L |
