1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2002 Toyota Tundra is newer by 13 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 830 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 2002 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra 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 | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfasud | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3270 mm |
