1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 25 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 480 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.
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, 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Alfasud | Spider |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
