1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 775 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Alfasud | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
