1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 39 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 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 | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Alfasud | R8 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
