2007 Acura TSX vs. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 2007 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2007 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TSX | Alfasud |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
