1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 435 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 2009 Porsche 911 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 2009 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Alfasud | 911 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
