2004 Acura MDX vs. 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 1149 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX 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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (119 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | MDX | Alfasud |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 59 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |
