1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 37 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi R8 weights approximately 825 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 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Alfasud | R8 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
