1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1957 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 304 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1957 Ford Zodiac 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 1957 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1957 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Alfasud | Zodiac |
Year Released | 1987 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |