1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 60 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | GT | Alfasud |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
