1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1981 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1981 ZIL 4104 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 7,691 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 ZIL 4104 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2465 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 ZIL 4104 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 1981 ZIL 4104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 1981 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1981 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | ZIL |
| Model | Alfasud | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 7691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3340 mm |
