1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1984 Ford Orion
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (78 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Orion weights approximately 16 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Ford Orion (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Orion 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 | 1984 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Orion |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 87 L |
