1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 882 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (112 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | Alfasud | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
