1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2010 Acura RL
To start off, 2010 Acura RL is newer by 23 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RL weights approximately 962 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL 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, 2010 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2010 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2010 Acura RL | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Acura |
| Model | Alfasud | RL |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
