1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1996 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 21 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 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta (235 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm). This means 1996 Volkswagen Jetta 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 | 1996 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alfasud | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
