1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1967 Saab Sonett
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Saab Sonett would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Saab Sonett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Saab Sonett (64 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Saab Sonett 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 94 kg more than 1967 Saab Sonett.
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, 1967 Saab Sonett (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Saab Sonett 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 | 1967 Saab Sonett | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
| Model | Alfasud | Sonett |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
