2004 Acura TSX vs. 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud
To start off, 2004 Acura TSX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TSX weights approximately 610 kg more than 1984 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, 2004 Acura TSX (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TSX | 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TSX | Alfasud |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
