2006 Acura RL vs. 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RL weights approximately 685 kg more than 1985 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 RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL 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 RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2006 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | RL | Alfasud |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |
