1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 21 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 371 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Alfasud | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
