1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1985 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 1985 Subaru 1.8 is newer by 14 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru 1.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru 1.8 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru 1.8 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 22 kg more than 1985 Subaru 1.8.
Because 1985 Subaru 1.8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru 1.8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Subaru 1.8 (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru 1.8 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 | 1985 Subaru 1.8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Alfasud | 1.8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
