1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 Audi S8
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 34 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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, 2007 Audi S8 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2007 Audi S8 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. 2007 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2007 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Alfasud | S8 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
