1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1980 Audi Sport
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Sport weights approximately 162 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1980 Audi Sport | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Alfasud | Sport |
Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1185 cc | 2133 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |