1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1989 Audi V8
To start off, 1989 Audi V8 is newer by 18 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 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 662 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Audi V8 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, 1989 Audi V8 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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 1989 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1989 Audi V8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Alfasud | V8 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 3562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |