2006 Acura MDX vs. 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 384 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | MDX | Alfasud |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 50 L |
