1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 37 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 1,390 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 438 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.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alfasud | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1404 mm |
