1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 810 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo 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, 2004 Renault Kangoo (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo 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 | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Alfasud | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
