1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 21 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 2,495 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1192 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
| Model | Alfasud | Defender |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
