1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 24 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alfasud | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
