1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1983 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1983 Avanti Avanti is newer by 9 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 782 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 1983 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 1983 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1983 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Avanti |
| Model | Alfasud | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 95 L |
