1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy would be higher. At 4,493 cc (12 cylinders), 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy (346 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 170 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy.
Because 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy 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 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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.
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1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Alfasud | 375 Indy |
Year Released | 1986 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 4493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2330 mm |