1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1980 Dodge Omni
To start off, 1980 Dodge Omni is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Omni (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 48 kg more than 1980 Dodge Omni.
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, 1980 Dodge Omni (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1980 Dodge Omni | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Alfasud | Omni |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
