1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2004 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 29 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 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 76 kg more 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2004 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alfasud | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
