1991 Acura Legend vs. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud
To start off, 1991 Acura Legend is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,673 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura Legend (160 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (84 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura Legend weights approximately 674 kg more than 1978 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, 1991 Acura Legend (220 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (120 Nm). This means 1991 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Legend | Alfasud |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 84 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
