1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1989 Peugeot Oxia
To start off, 1989 Peugeot Oxia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot Oxia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot Oxia (671 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 609 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot Oxia should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot Oxia weights approximately 480 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Peugeot Oxia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot Oxia 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, 1989 Peugeot Oxia (726 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 638 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot Oxia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1989 Peugeot Oxia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Alfasud | Oxia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 671 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 726 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1140 mm |
