1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 560 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 4090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
