1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Porsche 356 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 56 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356.
Because 1959 Porsche 356 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 1959 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1959 Porsche 356 (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Alfasud | 356 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
