1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 40 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A4 (208 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 810 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 2013 Audi A4 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, 2013 Audi A4 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, 2013 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A4 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 | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Alfasud | A4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2808 mm |
