1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 210 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Because 1960 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 1960 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1960 Abarth 1000 (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1000 | Alfasud |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 59 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| 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 | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
