1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 235 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1000 | Alfasud |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
