1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1980 Audi 80
To start off, 1980 Audi 80 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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 Audi 80 (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1980 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Alfasud | 80 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 144 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
