1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1192 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 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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 Discovery 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 Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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. 2006 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | Alfasud | Discovery |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |