1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2009 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 20 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 495 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 2009 Dodge Caliber 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, 2009 Dodge Caliber 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, 2009 Dodge Caliber (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber 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 | 2009 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Alfasud | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
