2007 Acura MDX vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2007 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | MDX | Alfasud |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |
