1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2000 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2000 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 680 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.
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, 2000 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2000 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2000 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Alfasud | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2880 mm |
