1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 26 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (256 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 1073 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 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfasud | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1963 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |